National Honor Society

What is the purpose of the Slinger Chapter of the National Honor Society?

The National Honor Society was founded in 1921 as an organization which recognizes and encourages academic achievement, service to others, leadership and positive character qualities.  The purpose of the Slinger Chapter of the National Honor Society is to identify, recognize, and honor students who display a balance of these four traits by bestowing membership in the National Honor Society on them.

How do Slinger High School Students become members?

Selection to NHS is a privilege, not a right.  Slinger High School students do not apply for membership in the NHS, instead, they provide information to be used by the faculty council to support their candidacy for membership.  Membership is not automatically conveyed simply because a student has achieved the required GPA.  Students must demonstrate outstanding performance in all four areas of scholarship, service, leadership, and character.
Juniors and seniors who have earned a 3.5 GPA or better based on their standing at the end of the most recent grading period are identified. Students will receive a letter letting them know they meet the GPA requirements and are invited to attend an informational meeting at which the advisor and NHS officers explain the purpose and requirements of NHS as well as the application process for admittance if they wish to be further considered for NHS membership.

Who comprises the faculty council?

The Slinger High School NHS faculty council is comprised of respected members of the faculty who have agreed to serve by request of the principal.  Their identities are not disclosed.

What criteria do faculty council members use in their evaluation of students?

Faculty council members evaluate students whom they have taught, coached, advised, or supervised based on the following national criteria:

LEADERSHIP CRITERION:

The student who exercises leadership:

• Is resourceful in proposing new problems, applying principles, and making suggestions

• Demonstrates initiative in promoting school activities

• Exercises positive influence on peers in upholding school ideals

• Contributes ideas that improve the civic life of the school

• Is able to delegate responsibilities

• Exemplifies positive attitudes

• Inspires positive behavior in others

• Demonstrates academic initiative

• Successfully hold school offices or positions of responsibility; conducts business effectively and efficiently; demonstrates reliability and dependability

• Is a leader in the classroom , at work, and in other school and community activities

• Is thoroughly dependable in any responsibility accepted

• Is willing to uphold scholarship and maintain a loyal school attitude

SERVICE CRITERION:

The student who serves:

• Volunteers and provides dependable and well organized assistance, is gladly available, and is willing to sacrifice to offer assistance

• Works well with others and is willing to take on difficult or inconspicuous responsibilities

• Cheerfully and enthusiastically renders any requested service to the school

• Is willing to represent the class or school in inter-class and inter-scholastic competition

• Does committee and staff work without complaint

• Participates in some activity outside of school

• Mentors persons in the community or students at school

• Shows courtesy by assisting visitors, teachers, and students

CHARACTER CRITERION:

The student of character:

• Takes criticism willingly and accepts recommendations graciously

• Consistently exemplifies desirable qualities of behavior (cheerfulness, friendliness, poise, stability)

• Upholds principles of morals and ethics

• Cooperates by complying with school regulations concerning property, programs, office, halls, etc.

• Demonstrates the highest standards of honesty and reliability

• Regularly shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others

• Observes instructions and rules, is punctual, and faithful both inside and outside of the classroom

• Has powers of concentration, self-discipline, and sustained attention as shown by perseverance and application to studies

• Manifests truthfulness in acknowledging obedience to rules, avoiding cheating in class work, and showing no willingness to profit by the mistakes of others

• Actively helps ride the school of bad influences or environment

How do students find out whether or not they have been selected?

After the faculty council has made its decision, letters are sent to students which indicate whether or not they have been selected for membership in the Slinger Chapter of the National Honor Society.  Students who are not selected may inquire of a NHS advisor the category(ies) in which the faculty council felt they were lacking.  Juniors may reapply the following year.

How do students officially become members of the NHS?

The principal, advisors, and officers of NHS induct new members into the Slinger Chapter of NHS at a formal ceremony held at Slinger High School at which each new member receives a certificate of membership as well as the NHS pin.  Graduating seniors receive the NHS seal placed upon their diploma.

What are the responsibilities of NHS members?

Is is NOT the intent of the Slinger Chapter of NHS to place additional responsibilities upon its members, but rather encourage them to maintain their scholastic record, and continue with the service activities, leadership, and character qualities which enabled them to be selected as members originally.   Members and new inductees meet monthly to discuss service project responsibilities required by the NHS office along with fundraisers to help serve the community.   Service projects in past years have included [placing memorial lights on veteran graves, tutoring help at the elementary school, and a book drive to send books to kids in Africa.  

What can SHS students do to prepare for NHS membership consideration?

As early as their freshmen year, student should be involved with volunteer and leadership opportunities.  Although short term projects are encouraged, the faculty council looks favorably upon long term or on-going projects/activities including, but not limited to, scouting, 4H, student council, community and church groups, Big Brothers & Big Sisters, and sport camps for elementary and middle school youth.

Where can further information about NHS be obtained?

Further information concerning the Slinger Chapter of NHS can be obtained by contacting its advisor Ms. Tami Dorzok at Slinger High School (262-644-5261).

Peers for Peers

 Contact Mrs. Carrie Arena for more information.

SADD

SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) is an organization of students who are committed to making good choices in their lives.   Members of SADD sign a contract stating that they will not use alcohol or drugs and they plan and participate in several fun activities throughout the year to promote safe entertainment for all students.

One of the most popular and well-attended events include SADD open gyms after home basketball games.  Students enjoy playing basketball, volleyball, and ping pong.  There are several contests like 3 on 3 basketball, free throw contests, 3 point shot contests, and hula hoops contests.  Music fills the gym as students socialize and have fun.  There has also been some crazy match making done over the PA system by a student mc.  Free food and soda are in abundance to satisfy any late night cravings.  Most importantly, tons of raffle prizes are awarded throughout the night.

Other highly publicized events include a SADD Spirit Week which celebrates and promotes students making good decisions.  Some of the main attractions of this week include an ice cream sundae sale, red ribbons on cars, state patrol officers demonstrating vision impaired goggles, guest speakers, free pizza party for SADD members, and bulletin board contests.

Members sign up to join SADD in September and monthly meetings are held after school.  SADD officers are chosen by the advisors, Mr. Naumann and Mr. Bruckert, and they help to plan events.  Officers are chosen based on their commitment, dedication, and leadership qualities.

Student Council

For more information, contact Mrs. Keliher.

Volunteer Corps

 The Volunteer Corp is a club that any student can join. Students can be involved in as much or as little as they want. There are monthly volunteering opportunities and students merely sign up for the activities they want to be involved in. These activities include feeding the homeless in Milwaukee at The Gathering, organizing a Christmas gift drive for children in need (every year we sponsor 200 children from the area) through The Greater Milwaukee Volunteer Center, participating in benefit walks / runs such as the Briggs and Stratton Walk for Children's Hospital and Walk a Mile in My Shoes walk to benefit the homeless.